5.3 Tool Information

The Tool information page contains several helpful tool parameters.

Tool Name denotes the common name for the connected tool.

Debug Host is the debug session's host IP address for the remote debugging case. The loopback interface IP (127.0.0.1) will show if the tool is connected to your machine.

Debug Port is the port opened specifically for the remote debugging access to the debugging tool. The port is automatically assigned when Microchip Studio starts and is usually 4711.

Serial number - the tool serial number.

Connection - Microsoft Driver Framework Method's name used to connect the Tool to your PC.

xxx version - Firmware, hardware, and FPGA file versions are listed here.

Using the link at the bottom of the dialog, you can access extensive information on your tool online.